VW Bora 1999-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    On reflection, not the bargain it seemed.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    When it goes well, it goes very well.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    See above.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    If everything in life was as reliable as this Volkswagen, we'd all be walking.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    As seen on Watchdog!

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Given in 18 months it's been back to the dealer 3 times for ignition related problems they can't fix. The quality of service they provide is taking the mickey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Repetitive misfire constantly requiring new plugs/ht leads/lambda probe.

    Other

    Too many rattles and squeaks from the suspension. Intermittent faults with electric windows locking.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No